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Employees spend an average of 23 hours a week in meetings, so if you’re office space planning, the conference room is a place to pay attention to. There are a few ways you can design this area to increase productivity and promote high-quality results. Here are some tips for creating a functional room.

Office Space Planning Tips for Conference Rooms

1. Lighting

Artificial light can reduce the cortisol levels in the body, resulting in fatigue. To prevent your employees from nodding off during meetings, include windows in the conference room. Natural light refreshes and revitalizes people, and decreases the negative effects of fluorescent lighting, which may result in more productive sessions.

2. Table Shape

office space planningIf you want your teams’ meetings to be decisive and productive, be sure there’s enough room at the table for everyone. Having a few people standing while everyone else is seated excludes them from the conversation. A rectangular table is a good choice because everyone will be facing each other. This promotes collaboration among the team members.

3. Paint Colors

Many company owners opt for neutral wall colors like white or gray. However, to get your employees’ creative juices flowing, you need to inspire them with your paint colors. Pick ones that have been shown to affect mood, such as green (which evokes optimism), orange (a natural energy booster) or yellow (which is energetic and cheerful).

4. Room Function

What’s your vision for how your employees will use your conference room? Is it set aside for large meetings only? Can it be divided for smaller, more focused work like brainstorming, workshops, customer meetings, and one-on-one discussions?

If it’s only for meetings, you’ll want to order narrow chairs to maximize the number of seats around the table. If it’s multipurpose, order more comfortable seating, such as bean bags or reclining chairs. 

 

If you’re ready to start office space planning, Office Furniture Solutions should be your first call. Serving St. Louis and its metropolitan area, they offer new and used office furniture, cubical installation, and layout planning assistance to promote maximum productivity. Call (314) 567-5558 today to schedule a consultation or visit them online to learn more about designing a conference room. 

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